What are the advantages of sample surveys over census?

Sample surveys are more accurate

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Sample surveys are more economically feasible

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Sample surveys can be completed in a shorter time

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A fewer number of enumerators are required for sample surveys

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Solution

The correct options are
B Sample surveys are more economically feasible
C Sample surveys can be completed in a shorter time
D A fewer number of enumerators are required for sample surveys
In sample surveys, data is collected only from a section or group of the population and not from every individual. Hence, it requires less time, fewer enumerators and is more economically feasible.

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